The New England Patriots announced the release of defensive lineman Jonathan Fanene on Tuesday, just months after giving the former Cincinnati Bengal a three-year contract.

Fanene, a versatile rotational player who was once in the mix to start at right end for the Patriots, was given a $3.85 million signing bonus when the team acquired the free agent in March.

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There is an injury concern with the 30-year-old Fanene, whom ESPN reports may need to have his knee scoped later this week. Two years ago, Fanene played in only two games because of a bad hamstring. He rebounded, however, to produce a career-high 6 1/2 sacks for the Bengals in 2011.

The Patriots also released offensive lineman Kyle Hill and kicker Chris Koepplin.